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Topic 9: Changing the economic world
Bhutan-case study for development gap
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What are the three key aspects of Bhutan's development gap case study?
Economic diversity
,
cultural identity
, and
environmental sustainability
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How does Bhutan achieve economic diversity?
By balancing
tourism
with other
industries
and ensuring
tourism funds
development
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What is the daily charge for tourists in Bhutan, and how much of that is spent on development?
The charge is $250 per day, with $65 spent on development
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What type of tourism does Bhutan promote?
High
value,
low
impact tourism
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What does cultural identity in Bhutan focus on?
Preserving unique Bhutanese culture and enforcing traditional dress
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How does Bhutan restrict tourist access to certain locations?
By enforcing laws that restrict tourists from some locations
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What is the significance of the Gankhar Puensum in Bhutan?
It is the world's highest unclimbed mountain
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What does environmental sustainability in Bhutan promote?
It promotes eco-tourism and limits the environmental impact of tourism developments
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What legal requirement does Bhutan have regarding deforestation?
Deforestation must be legally replaced to ensure 60% national forest cover
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What was the limit on tourists in Bhutan set in 2015?
The limit was 100,000 tourists
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